Board of Directors
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Po Wan - President
Po Wan has served on the Board of Directors since 2006 and is currently President. She is a partner in Blackberry Creative, a full service design company. Po can be found hiking cycling, singing, skating drawing or gardening in her limited amount of spare time. |
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Pat Weber - President Elect
Pat has been involved in the real estate industry for more then 30 years in the Nanaimo, Parksville and Qualicum Beach areas. As a member of the Real Estate Institute of Canada and Real Estate Institute of BC, Pat is committed to providing accurate market evaluation and market information. Pats back ground training as a professional negotiator will benefit you in the acquisition or sale of your property. Pats knowledge of the rights of way, easements and government legislation provide additional service that encompasses all aspects of real estate. |
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Diane Kellas - Past President Email: A local Realtor for almost 20 years, Diane Kellas has been active in the affairs of the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce for about 10 years. She first served on the Board of Directors from 1999 to 2003 and has returned as President for the 2008 term. Community affairs are important to Diane and she has participated in activities at the local schools, the Fine Arts community and with the Gala event over several years. Working out of the Re/MAX First office at Wembly Mall, Diane belongs to a team that puts a great deal of effort into community activities and enjoys meeting people at all of the events. |
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Jason Moore - Treasurer McIntosh Norton Williams 675 Memorial Avenue Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S8 Email: Jason is a partner at McIntosh Norton Williams, CGA's and has worked in public practice in Qualicum Beach since 1999. He specializes in personal, corporate and trust tax planning and preparation, financial planning, auditing and business consulting. Jason moved to Qualicum Beach from Nanoose Bay in 2002 and continues to serve as treasurer of Nanoose Place. |
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Michael Addiscott - Director Following a career in the UK that included the hospitality industry and retail sales Michael moved with his family to Vancouver Island where he now runs Outsider, The Outdoors Store. He is a qualified gym instructor, personal trainer and adult fitness coach. He recently became a Nordic Walking instructor and since his arrival in Qualicum Beach assists with the Middle School Bike Club. He cycled competitively at an international level from 1991 to 1993 and has cycle-toured throughout Europe. He now enjoys cycling to and from work on most days and with his family. |
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Tim Andres - Director Northwest Glass Tim Andres has been in the glass business since 1979 starting in Manitoba and moving to Vancouver Island in 1997. Tim and his brother Tom started Northwest Glass in 2001 and joined the Qualicum Beach Chamber in 2002. The business has continued to grow and in 2008 Tim's son will be moving to Qualicum Beach to join the family business. |
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Eileen Doyle - Director Shorewater Resort Eileen moved to Qualicum in 1980 with her family and opened a daycare in Qualicum Woods. She returned to teaching in 1987 and has been an educator in the district for the past 20 years. Since 1992, she has been the managing consultant for the Shorewater Resort and a member of the QB Chamber. Eileen is a director on the Oceanside Tourism Board and is a member of the QB Waterfront Association. She has been involved with numerous community events and looks forward to serving on the QB Chamber of Commerce. |
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Victoria Jackson - Director The Gardens Qualicum Beach Retirement Community Victoria moved from the lower mainland to Qualicum Beach in 2003 to be Lifestyle Consultant to The Gardens at Qualicum Beach Retirement Community. Victoria loves her job working with seniors and has been involved in volunteer work for many years. Victoria has been a chamber member for 3 years and is delighted to be on the QB Board of Directors. |
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Dianna Rivard - Director
Dianna was the first employee hired by Quality Foods over 25 years ago. As Executive Assistant to the Managing Partners, she is now an integral part of the QF family. Her responsibilities include researching, developing, and implementation of ideas and concepts that will impact the future direction of QF as well as the implementation of internal programs including Step Above, Q-Card and scholarships. In her spare time Dianna enjoys a round of golf or a walk with her dog. |
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Rob Powers - Director
Rob and his wife Penny have owned and operated Walkabout Clothing Company for the past 10 years. On his days off Rob can often be found wandering the trails around Qualicum Beach with his Golden Retriever, Casey. Many of these walks, with photos and descriptions, can be found on the website www.walkabout.ca. |
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York Langerfeld - Director
Branch Manager TD Canada Trust 222 2nd Ave., West Qualicum Beach, B.C. Phone: (250)738-2000 ext 250 Email: York has been with TD Canada Trust for 28 years and Branch Manager in various branches for over 20 years. The latest being in Parksville for 8 years before opening the new Qualicum Beach branch in June, 2008. While working in the Interior he was active in the local Chamber and recognizes the importance this organization can have on a community. He was a Rotarian for many years and has been actively involved as a team manager and board member of various Minor Hockey associations. Happily married to Donna with 3 grown children, they enjoy the Oceanside area for the many recreational activities available, above and below sea level. |
